„Du lebst und stirbst durch mich“

Abstract

In addition to its function as the main respiratory muscle, the diaphragm is important for many parietal, visceral, fascial and vascular body structures. It is also essential for psycho-emotional health. On the one hand, it is precisely this diversity that causes it to play a major role as a region of a secondary lesion and, on the other hand, it can have a direct and indirect negative impact on numerous anatomical structures and physiological processes. During treatment, it can be diagnosed and treated in harmony with the other diaphragmata. Osteopaths can use a variety of techniques to treat the diaphragm, all of which can be simplified or improved by visualising the complex anatomy and physiology.